The Mission of SPF: Your Parenting Success, Our Mission.

 

Groups & Classes

Culturally responsive curricula and lessons are tailored to meet the needs of various populations, including but not limited to

• Early childhood parenting (for families with children aged 0-5)

• Middle childhood parenting (for families with children aged 6-12)

• Late Childhood/Youth parenting (for families with children aged 13-18)

• Grandparenting

• LGBTQ+ families

• Adolescent parents (for parents who are teenagers)

• Fathers’ group (for families going through transition/separation/divorce)

• Mothers’ group (for families going through transition/separation/divorce)

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Strengths of The SPF Program and Its Team:

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1. Two-generational integrated lesson plans: The FamilyKind Program adheres to quality standards encompassing five domains - Parent Development, Parent-Child Relationships, Child/Youth Development, Family Development, and Culture & Community. This ensures that the program delivers scientific research-based, evidence-informed knowledge, strategies, and resources to parents.

2. Highly qualified parent educators: The SPF Program's team consists of licensed/certified parent and family educators who own a master’s degree and possess the expertise to identify and address families' specific needs. They are passionate about supporting families and are committed to providing valuable guidance.

3. Tailored curriculums and topics: The SPF Program offers customized curriculums and topics that cater to the unique requirements of each parenting group and individual families. This approach ensures that families receive relevant and applicable knowledge, tools, and skills.

4. Peer-support opportunities: Group-based classes within the SPF Program provide parents with opportunities to exchange experiences and support one another. This peer-support environment is beneficial for parents, fostering a sense of community and shared learning.

 

Proposal Goals:

 

1. Enhance parents' understanding of their evolving role: Deepen parents' awareness of the significance of their role in their children's lives and how it evolves throughout their developmental stages.

2. Provide knowledge and realistic expectations: SPF equips parents with the knowledge and tools needed to anticipate and meet their children's developmental needs effectively. By setting realistic expectations, parents can support their children's growth and foster a nourishing family environment.

3. Strengthen parent-child relationships: SPF emphasizes the importance of sensitive and responsive care, helping parents establish and nurture positive parent-child relationships. Strong parent-child bonds contribute to children's physical and mental well-being, cognitive and emotional development, social skills, and overall approach to learning.

4. Facilitate community engagement: The SPF Program promotes active participation in formal and informal social networks within the community. By connecting families with these resources, parents gain support and guidance beyond the program, enhancing their overall parenting experience and increasing family social capital.

5. Foster smooth transitions: SPF supports families to experience seamless transitions from early childhood programs to kindergarten and the K-12 school system. A smooth transition lays a solid foundation for children's success in school and life.

6. Enhance parental involvement in education: Actively engage parents in their children's learning and education during the school-age years. By fostering stronger partnerships between parents and schools, we can create a supportive environment that maximizes children's educational achievements.